At Powerlink, every possibility starts with you
We believe life’s about possibilities. And so is the future. That’s why we need you.
We’re working at the heart of Queensland's energy industry to maintain a safe, reliable and cost-effective transmission network.
A career that matters and lasts
As the General Manager Design Solutions, you’ll help us connect a more sustainable energy future for more than five million Queenslanders and 241,000 businesses. Your work with us is about every light turned on, every community connected, and every future made possible.
* Create innovative, world-class solutions using emerging tech in HV infrastructure design management
* Direct report to the Executive GM Delivery & Technical Solutions
* Market competitive salary package $386,000 (inc 12.75% super)
We believe every employee deserves the opportunity to enjoy a work-life balance that enhances their overall wellbeing and performance through inclusive and supportive benefits.
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* Flexible & hybrid working options
* Career development
* Health & wellbeing programs
* Leave offerings (including 14 weeks paid parental leave – at full or half pay, plus additional leave purchasing)
* Inclusive workplace facilities
* Free secure parking, with access to onsite charging stations for electric vehicles and novated leasing
The opportunity:
As the General Manager Design Solutions, you will strategically reimagine and revolutionise the delivery of Powerlink’s design program. You will leverage internal capabilities, contractor partnerships, and supplier resources to optimise and drive efficiencies. By delivering designs that meet requirements, you will contribute directly to the whole lifecycle of projects and support the transmission infrastructure needs of both customers and Queenslanders.
In an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving environment, you will enhance operational excellence and drive transformational improvements by developing and implementing innovative, world-class solutions utilising emerging technologies in high-voltage infrastructure design management.
You will collaborate closely with managers across multidisciplinary teams of highly skilled technical professionals, to ensure Powerlink’s infrastructure design services support the effective and efficient delivery of Powerlink’s infrastructure program, aligning with organisational priorities and customer expectations, while actively contributing to the Delivery and Technical Solutions senior leadership team. Your support will be pivotal in helping the Executive General Manager achieve divisional performance goals.
You will consistently champion leadership behaviours, fostering a high-performance culture, and investing in employee engagement and capability development. Furthermore, you will ensure compliance with all safety, governance, and assurance standards, proactively managing risks and driving continuous improvement in safety performance. Your commitment will extend to environmental stewardship, landholder engagement, community relations, and social performance.
The people you'll join:
As a key member of the Delivery and Technical Solutions leadership team, you will report directly to the Executive General Manager. Your contributions will be essential in aligning with the division's strategic priorities to ensure the reliable planning and delivery of infrastructure and transmission services, preparing the network for future challenges.
This group has fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, where each member's individual expertise is amplified by a collective commitment to excellence, driving the success of the entire team.
What you'll bring:
Your degree-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline relevant to the electrical power industry will be complemented by your demonstrated excellence in applying key leadership and management processes to enhance workforce effectiveness within high-voltage (HV) infrastructure design.
Adept at managing highly technical multidisciplinary teams, you will be proficient in translating strategic business objectives into actionable operational plans that optimise resources and align with overall organisational goals.
With proven success in embracing and implementing emerging technologies, you will drive innovation in infrastructure design management, staying ahead of industry trends while upholding rigorous design standards.
You’ll be renowned for your leadership in ensuring safety and quality oversight within the domain of electrical transmission networks, including meticulous supervision of outsourced design activities.
Furthermore, you will possess an exceptional ability to cultivate collaborative and constructive stakeholder relationships across the organisation, facilitating influential decision-making and enabling effective change management to achieve the best possible outcomes for the organisation.
Find your possibility today:
To kick start your career at Powerlink, apply by clicking the button above, attaching your resume and cover letter on our careers page before midnight on Monday 11th August 2025. Please be aware our Recruitment team will commence the review process during this period.
To discuss any adjustment requirements or to request the position description, please contact Kate Bossennec kate.bossennec@powerlink.com.au
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